Holy Spirit, I open my heart. Fill it with the love for others that I cannot muster. Help me pray for those who come against me. Help me to discern in the name and authority of Jesus, according to your good and perfect will. Amen. “We love because he first loved us. If anyone … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Isaiah foretells the redemption of Israel, “In that day, ‘A pleasant vineyard, sing of it! I, the Lord, am its keeper; every moment I water it. Lest anyone punish it, I keep it night and day; I have no wrath.’” (Isaiah 27: 2-4a ESV) Water #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Father God, grant me the ability to love others in your capacity and not my own. Forgive me when I fail you. Lift me in your grace and set my feet on the solid ground of your love. Be glorified in the outcome of my day. I come in reverent respect for who you are. … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Isaiah praises, “With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation. And you will say in that day: ‘Give thanks to the Lord, call upon his name, make known his deeds among the peoples, proclaim that his name is exalted.’” (Isaiah 11: 3-4 ESV) Water #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Lord, I sit in quiet reverence to experience your presence. Your peace surrounds me, infusing and restoring my soul. The world swirls its darkness, but cannot penetrate my sacred space with you. I need your presence to restore my sanity. I sense your peace that renews my heart and mind. I love you, Jesus. I … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “As in water face reflects face, so the heart of man reflects the man.” (Proverbs 27:19 ESV) Water #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Heavenly Father, my spirit testifies with your Spirit. You are working in me to make me more like Jesus every day. You will complete the transformation in your good pleasure and in your timing. Help me be open to what you would have me learn today. Teach me to love as you love. I am … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “Like cold water to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far country.” (Proverbs 25:25 ESV) Water #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Jesus, my Lord and Savior, you are the sacrifice that redirects the Father’s wrath from me to you. You are the proof of God’s love for me because of His sacrifice in sending you to take my place. Your love covers me as I live through you. You allow me to wear your robe of … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “If your enemy is hungry, give him bread to eat, and if he is thirsty, give him water to drink, for you will heap burning coals on his head, and the Lord will reward you.” (Proverbs 25: 21-22 ESV) Water #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday